Looking for sex therapy without shame, judgment, or assumptions? Our therapists and coaches offer virtual and in-person support for desire, pleasure, pain, intimacy, and sexual identity, for individuals and relationships of every kind. The Expansive Group was founded by a sex therapist, and sexuality has been at the center of our work from day one.
These providers have specific training in providing sex therapy to individuals and relationships.
“The erotic is not a question only of what we do; it is a question of how acutely and fully we can feel in the doing.”
― Audre Lorde, Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Power
✔ Sex-Positive Therapists & Coaches for Individual & Relationship Support
✔ Sliding Scale Options
✔ Virtual Sessions
✔ Specialization in Sexuality, Gender & Relationships
✔ Support with Desire, Pleasure, Pain, Intimacy, & Sexual Identity
✔ Shame-Free, Queer-Centered, & Anti-Oppressive Care
Sex therapy without shame or judgment, from providers who specialize in this work.
Queer-centered, sex-positive, anti-oppressive care that welcomes every body, identity, and kind of desire.
Every client pays on a sliding scale. Tell us what works for your budget and we’ll let you know what we have open, or connect you to lower-cost options.
Virtual sessions, plus in-person in New York and Chicago. We’ve worked with clients in all 50 states and over 60 countries.
“It is hard to put into words what this group did for my soul, my confidence, and my self-love. I felt like a part of a queer community for maybe the first time ever. I belonged.”
― Anonymous Client
What is sex therapy? What is queer sex therapy?
Sex therapy is a therapeutic intervention primarily focused on intimacy, identity, and a client’s relationship to sex and their body, and “queer sex therapy” refers to our LGBTQIA+ affirming lens. Our team advocates for expansive views of gender, relationship, and sexual exploration, and does not gate-keep identity, language, or behavior. You do not need to be in a relationship (or even sexually active) to seek sex therapy. Common reasons people seek sex therapy include:
Do you offer sliding scale?
Yes, if you’re paying out-of-pocket for therapy or coaching, we offer a range of session fees based on financial access. Please review our sliding scale here. When you reach out to us, please indicate your budget on the intake form and our team will assist you further.
Do you accept my insurance?
For therapy services, we accept insurance from Illinois residents who have Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO or Blue Choice PPO and from New York residents who have Aetna. To ensure that we are in-network with your insurance, call the number on the back of your insurance card prior to your first session. We also have a Billing Coordinator who can assist you with insurance verification during the intake process after you reach out to us. If insurance does not cover the cost of your sessions, you will be responsible for the full charge.
Please note, we are not in-network with some independent licensees of BCBS. We're also not able to work with out-of-network providers for temporary coverage. Therapy clients are welcome to submit a bill to their insurance companies to seek out-of-network coverage. Additionally, you may call your insurance company to inquire about out-of-network benefits because you may be eligible for reimbursements after your therapy sessions at our practice.
What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
Therapy is a regulated mental health service provided by mental health professionals who have completed graduate training programs in counseling psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, and/or clinical psychology. Our therapists work to help clients gain insight, heal past traumas, address self-destructive habits, repair and improve relationships, and develop skills to navigate challenging and painful experiences. Therapy may also include diagnosis and treatment of a mental health condition. Due to professional licensing requirements, our therapists can only provide individual, relationship and group therapy services to clients located in the state/s in which they are licensed.
At TEG, we define coaching as a service that works to help you identify and clarify your goals, recognize obstacles and problematic behaviors that stand in the way of achieving those goals, and create action plans to build the life you want. Coaching services are provided by coaches. At TEG, all of our coaches have been trained as therapists, so you can feel confident that they are experienced in providing attentive and affirming care. They are also uniquely equipped to connect you with additional support if the care you seek extends beyond the scope of coaching. Coaching services can be provided to clients regardless of location, and clients can join virtual support groups from any location, as well. Coaching and groups are not a substitute for therapy. If you are seeking treatment for a mental health condition, you should seek services from a therapist who is licensed in your state. To the extent that we have no therapists licensed in your location, we can support you in finding resources for local therapists in your area.
Where can I view your team of therapists and coaches?
Please view our team of therapists and coaches on 'Our Care Team' page here.
